Obituaries

George Charles Jorgenson

George Charles Jorgenson

April 9, 2026

George Charles Jorgenson, age 81, of Alexandria, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at Okalee of Medina Memory Care under the compassionate care of St. Croix Hospice following a courageous battle with dementia.

A celebration of life service will be held at 11 a.m., on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at Lind Family Funeral Home, 1623...

Toby C. Olson

Toby C. Olson

April 5, 2026

Toby C. Olson, age 57, of Alexandria, passed away peacefully on the morning of April 5, 2026 (Easter), at Nelson Care Center, following a long battle with cancer.

In honoring Toby’s wishes, a private celebration of life will be held at his favorite camping grounds near Alexandria.

Toby Carl was born on March 28, 1969, to Keith and Joan (Peterson) Olson in...

Kenneth "Ken" A. Schoen

Kenneth "Ken" A. Schoen

April 3, 2026

Kenneth “Ken” A. Schoen, age 98, of Alexandria, died peacefully surrounded by his family on Friday, April 3, 2026, at his home in Nelson Gables under the care of Vivie Hospice.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, April 10, 2026, at the Church of St. Mary in Alexandria with Fr. Matthew Kuhn officiating. Interment will be...

Mary K. Anderson

Mary K. Anderson

April 2, 2026

Mary K. Anderson, age 88, of Alexandria, died peacefully surrounded by her family on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at her home under the care of Vivie Hospice.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, April 11, 2026, at Reach Church in Alexandria with Rev. Nick Grey officiating. Interment will take place at Reno Mission Cemetery, rural Lowry.

Visitation is...

Duane & Shelbee Jean Kaufman

Duane & Shelbee Jean Kaufman

March 29, 2026

Duane J. Kaufman, age 93, and his wife of 68 years, Shelbee Jean “Tootie” (Henning) Kaufman, age 87, of Alexandria, died peacefully together as the result of an accidental carbon monoxide poisoning in their home on Sunday, March 29, 2026.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m., on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at St. Nicholas Catholic Church in...

Kathee R. Carlson

Kathee R. Carlson

March 24, 2026

Katherine “Kathee” Rae Carlson, Parkers Prairie, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at St. Williams Living Center under the care of Hospice of Douglas County.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, March 28, 2026, at First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Parkers Prairie with Rev. Ben Dyrhaug officiating. Kathee’s service will...

Charles "Chuck" Erickson

Charles "Chuck" Erickson

March 20, 2026

Charles “Chuck” Erickson, age 96, of Alexandria, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Friday, March 20, 2026, at Nelson Care Center in Alexandria.

A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, May 8, 2026, at the Alexandria Covenant Church with Rev. Trinity Opp officiating. Interment will be held at 4:30 p.m., on Friday, Greenwood Cemetery in Thief River...

Betty Lou Kuelbs

Betty Lou Kuelbs

March 20, 2026

Betty Lou Kuelbs, age 90, of Alexandria, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, March 20, 2026, at Alomere Health in Alexandria.

A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, March 27, 2026, at Zion Lutheran Church in Alexandria with Rev. Hayden Brown officiating. Interment will take place at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery, Little Falls.

A visitation...

Donald "Donnie" R. Stoeck

Donald "Donnie" R. Stoeck

March 19, 2026

Donald “Donnie” R. Stoeck, age 69, died on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at Sanford Medical Center in Fargo, North Dakota with family at his side. 

A Celebration of Life honoring Donnie will be held from 3-6 p.m., on Friday April 10, 2026, at Mt. Calvary Church in Miltona. Please join us for refreshments and a time of fellowship.

Donald Raymond Stoeck was...

Kathie M. Korman

Kathie M. Korman

March 11, 2026

Kathie M. Korman, age 75, of Alexandria, died following a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, surrounded by her family at home.

A celebration of life service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, May 2, 2026, at Lind Family Funeral Home in Alexandria.

Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service.

Kathie Marie was born on July...

Janene R. Mogler

Janene R. Mogler

March 10, 2026

Janene R. Mogler, age 47, of Alexandria, died following a courageous battle with cancer on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, surrounded by her family at home.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Lind Family Funeral Home in Alexandria with Pastor Mitch Haaby presiding. Music will be provided by pianist, Randy Morken and vocalist, Dedra...

Craig John Krafthefer

Craig John Krafthefer

March 9, 2026

Craig Krafthefer, 69, of Alexandria, Minnesota passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on Monday, March 9, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at St. Luke’s Church in Garfield with Pastor Sue Davidson presiding. Music is provided by organist, Margaret Kalina and vocalist, Erin Takle....

Marilyn C. Johnson

Marilyn C. Johnson

March 4, 2026

Marilyn C. Johnson "Marze” age 83, of Alexandria, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at Alex Assisted Living in Alexandria.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, March 13, 2026, at First Lutheran Church in Alexandria. Interment will take place at Kinkead Cemetery.

A visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m., on Thursday, March 12, at Lind...

Amilee "Ami" Woida

Amilee "Ami" Woida

March 1, 2026

Amilee “Ami” (Reger) Woida, age 38, of Brandon, passed away March 1, 2026, at her family home in Brandon Township.

Visitation will begin at 4 p.m. and conclude with a 7 p.m. prayer service on Friday, March 6, 2026, at Lind Family Funeral Home in Alexandria.

Ami was born on July 24, 1987, to Joanne (Webb) and Stephen Reger in Alexandria, Minnesota....

Yvonne "Vonnie" M. Hanson

Yvonne "Vonnie" M. Hanson

February 26, 2026

Yvonne Marie (Forster) Hanson, age 87, of Parker Prairie, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at Saint Williams Living Center in Parkers Prairie, under the care of Hospice.

A celebration of life for Yvonne “Vonnie” and her husband C. John “Johnny” who passed away on February 8, 2026, will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, June 6, 2026, at...

Norman "Norm" Clifford Sukke

Norman "Norm" Clifford Sukke

February 25, 2026

Norman “Norm” C. Sukke, age 91, of Alexandria, died on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at Nelson Care Center.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at Shalom Lutheran Church in Alexandria with Rev. David Fleener presiding. Interment will take place at Kinkead Cemetery. Full military honors will be accorded by the Minnesota Honor Guard,...

Rosalie J. Lotthammer

Rosalie J. Lotthammer

February 24, 2026

Rosalie Jane Lotthammer, age 79, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Guided by a quiet strength and unwavering faith, Rosalie built a life beautifully rooted in her love for the Lord, her family, and her community.

A celebration of life service will be held at 3 p.m., Sunday, March 8, 2026, at the Alexandria Covenant...

Janice T. Olson

Janice T. Olson

February 24, 2026

Janice T. Olson, age 87, of Alexandria, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at Bethany on the Lake in Alexandria.

Visitation will begin at 5 p.m. and conclude with a 7 p.m. rosary on Sunday, March 1st, at Lind Family Funeral Home in Alexandria.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, March 2, 2026, at the...

Stephen "Craner" Reed Crane

Stephen "Craner" Reed Crane

February 16, 2026

Stephen Reed Crane, age 58, known to many as “Craner,” passed away peacefully on Monday, February 16, 2026, at his home in Alexandria.

A celebration of life will be held from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m., on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at the Eagles Club in Alexandria. A full meal will be provided.

Steve was born on May 10, 1967, in St....

Elizabeth "Betty" J. Stroh-Ostlund

Elizabeth "Betty" J. Stroh-Ostlund

February 15, 2026

Elizabeth “Betty” J. Stroh-Ostlund, age 93, of Alexandria, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 15, 2026, under the compassionate care of Woodcrest Assisted Living and St. Croix Hospice. Betty lived 93 years filled with love, faith, hard work, and quiet strength.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, February 28, 2026, at the Church of St. Mary...